Patent · US Expired

All terrain vehicle

US6732830B2 · kind B2 · utility

83Cited by
32References
9Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateMar 12, 2002
Grant dateMay 11, 2004
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Expiry dateMar 12, 2022

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S180/908
  • WIPO fieldTransport
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Various embodiments of a saddle type vehicle are described. Configurations are shown in which the engine is located more towards the rear of the vehicle and in which the fuel tank extends generally vertically beneath the steering member. A radiator may also be located at a rear portion of the vehicle, rearwardly of the engine. A front storage compartment is also provided in the front portion of the vehicle. The resulting vehicle has improved access and storage capabilities and also has a lower center of gravity.

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